I know what it is like to do the hard work, make the sacrifice,

and still feel like it isn’t enough.

Four years ago, I stepped into the role of CEO of my own firm. I haven’t looked back.

I found the balance I needed to pursue my career and passions while being fully present in our family and serving my community.

I practice as a sole practitioner architect in Minnesota. I work with communities, churches, and non-profits to reuse existing and historic buildings. I found my way through years of researching culture, business, & interviewing other architects.

My road to starting my own business was long and lonely.

But your journey doesn’t have to be.

The Flying Solo movement is my way of sharing the stories of entrepreneurs & architects who have taken flight in their own business to follow their dreams.

My greatest hope is that you can find freedom by pursuing your passion. Join me on this journey to design your business to leverage your personal strengths

Too often we categorize architecture firms into pyramids of ‘generalize’, ‘specialize’, and ‘efficiency’. Architecture and design firms can be structured into many different shapes and sizes depending on the creative individuals involved. In Flying Solo - I have found that BIRDS offer the best analogy for the many different cultures , styles, and strategies of architecture business and marketing.

If that sparks your curiosity, check out the weekly encounters of Alli, an ugly duckling, just starting to explore her place in the world.

Stay tuned for the Taking Flight Course

& the Flying Solo Podcast - Coming soon!